
Maryland vs Nebraska Prediction 1/19/25 College Basketball Picks Today
Nebraska (12-5) vs. Maryland (13-5)
January 19, 2025 12:00 pm EDT
The Line: Maryland -9.5; Over/Under: 147.5
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In this article, we will formulate a Maryland vs Nebraska prediction for this College Basketball game on Sunday, January 19th at the XFINITY Center in College Park, Maryland. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this College Basketball matchup.
Maryland Terrapins Betting Preview
The Maryland Terrapins are 13-5 (3-4) this year after they lost to Northwestern by a score of 76-74 in overtime. Maryland trailed 38-37 at halftime, but they were able to force overtime, before losing on a buzzer-beater. The Terrapins shot 38.1% from the field, 30% on three-pointers, and 90.9% on free throws in the game. Julian Reese led Maryland with 23 points and seven rebounds, while Ja’Kobi Gillespie added 14 points and four assists in the game.
Prior to that loss, the Terrapins defeated Minnesota by a score of 77-71 and UCLA by a score of 79-61. Maryland has lost three of their last five games, but they did win the three games prior to that. Maryland has scored 84.0 points per game and they have allowed 64.4 points per game, while also averaging 37.3 rebounds and 15.5 assists per game this year. Derik Queen is averaging 15.8 points, 8.1 rebounds, and 1.9 assists per game, while Ja’Kobi Gillespie is averaging 13.9 points, 2.3 rebounds, and 4.3 assists per game this year. Maryland is shooting 48.9% from the field, 75.6% on free throws, and 35.9% on three-pointers this season.
Nebraska Cornhuskers Betting Preview
The Nebraska Cornhuskers are 12-5 (2-4) this season after they lost to Rutgers by a score of 85-82 in their last game. Nebraska trailed 40-37 at halftime, but they did score 45 points in the second half in the loss. The Cornhuskers shot 45.2% from the field, 40.9% on three-pointers, and 63% on free throws in the game. Brice Williams led Nebraska with 21 points and four rebounds, while Juwan Gary added 20 points and seven rebounds in the loss.
Prior to that game, the Cornhuskers lost to Purdue by a score of 104-68 and Iowa by a score of 97-87. Nebraska has lost three games in a row, but they did win the previous six games. Nebraska has scored 77.2 points per game and they have allowed 70.0 points per game, while also averaging 36.5 rebounds and 13.9 assists per game this season. Brice Williams is averaging 18.9 points, 3.7 rebounds, and 2.5 assists per game, while Juwan Gary is averaging 12.1 points, 4.4 rebounds, and 1.3 steals per game this year. Nebraska is shooting 46.3% from the field, 75.4% on free throws, and 33.8% on three-pointers this season. Nebraska will meet USC, Wisconsin, and Illinois after this game.
Why Maryland will beat Nebraska
- Maryland has won each of its last 10 games at XFINITY Center against non-AP-ranked opponents.
- Nebraska has lost each of its last six games at XFINITY Center.
- Maryland has won the first half in 12 of its last 13 games at XFINITY Center.
Maryland vs Nebraska Prediction
Nebraska comes into this matchup looking to snap a three-game losing streak, but they will be on the road for this game. The Cornhuskers have allowed 85, 104, and 97 points in their last three games and they have struggled on the road. Nebraska is shooting 46.3% from the field and they are scoring 77.2 points per game, but their defense on the road has been awful. Maryland is coming off of a tough loss in overtime against Northwestern, but they do play their best basketball at home. The Terrapins are shooting nearly 49% from the field and they are allowing just 64.4 points per game on defense. Maryland hasn’t been very convincing over the last few weeks, but I can’t back this Nebraska team on the road. Take the Terrapins to cover at home here.